General Ledger Accountant, European MNC, Singapore

Location Singapore
Discipline: Accounting & Finance
Contact name: Vijayita Biswas

Contact email: vijayita@caliber8.sg
Job ref: 1950

General Ledger Accountant (European MNC)

 

Our client is a leading European MNC in the shipping and logistics industry. They have great benefits, work life balance and culture.

 

Responsibilities

 

Purpose of the Job Reporting to the Senior Finance Manager, this position handles the accounting activities in areas of incoming funds receipts, master record creations, crewing payroll, fleet insurance amortization, intercompany billings as well as bank reconciliation. He/She will be responsible for validating the accuracy and completeness of operational accounting data received.

 

Job Accountabilities:

• Work closely with internal and external parties to obtain complete and accurate data input and close books of accounts on a monthly basis

• Tracking and recording of incoming funds

• Reconcile banking entries and revaluation of bank accounts

• Ensure accurate amortization of prepayments and relevant accruals are made

• Ensure timely and accurate recording of accounting entries and completion of closing routines including monthly reporting pack

• Assist in GST F5 filing preparation

• Follow up actively on outstanding issues from prior months for proper closure

• Ad hoc any other accounting-related tasks

 

The ideal candidate is an active learner, has an inquisitive mindset, is outgoing, and a good team player.

 

He/she is meticulous and is able to work effectively with guidance.

When faced with challenging situations, he/she takes the initiative to clarify any doubts.

 

Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma/Degree in Accountancy, CA or CPA will be preferred

• Has working experience with the accounting system

• Minimum 5 years of relevant working experience with a shipping/logistics or transport industry will be preferred

 

Singapore Citizen or PR only!